Annotaties 1886 - 1908

"Annotaties" is a series of sketches and notes by Dutch painter George Hendrik Breitner, dating from 1886 to 1908. While the artwork is not a traditional painting, it offers insight into Breitner’s working process and the evolution of his artistic ideas. The piece, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases the artist’s meticulous approach to capturing details and dimensions for his paintings. The handwritten notes and geometric sketches provide a glimpse into the artist's thought process as he explored composition and perspective. This piece serves as a valuable resource for understanding Breitner's artistic practice and his connection to the Realist art movement.